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2019-2020 FIRST ® Tech Challenge
Low-Cost Field Perimeter
Guide
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Sponsor Thank You
Thank you to our generous sponsors for your continued support of the FIRST® Tech Challenge!
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Contents
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Shopping and Parts Guide...................................................................................................................................... 5
Cut Sheet Template ................................................................................................................................................ 6
Drill Holes and Attach the Panels to PVC .............................................................................................................. 7
Field Side Wall Sub-Assembly ............................................................................................................................... 8
Prepare the Joint Corners....................................................................................................................................... 9
PVC Cleaning and Cementing Tips ...................................................................................................................... 10
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Revision History
Revision Date Description
1 7/11/2018 Initial Release
1.1 1/17/2019 Logo lockup update
1.2 5/29/2019 Formatting and grammar update
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Introduction
What is FIRST® Tech Challenge?
FIRST® Tech Challenge is a student-centered program that focuses on giving students a unique and stimulating experience. Each year, teams engage in a new game where they design, build, test, and program autonomous and driver operated robots that must perform a series of tasks. To learn more about FIRST® Tech Challenge and other FIRST® Programs, visit www.firstinspires.org.
FIRST Core Values We express the FIRST® philosophies of Gracious Professionalism® and Coopertition® through our Core Values:
• Discovery: We explore new skills and ideas. • Innovation: We use creativity and persistence to solve problems. • Impact: We apply what we learn to improve our world. • Inclusion: We respect each other and embrace our differences. • Teamwork: We are stronger when we work together. • Fun: We enjoy and celebrate what we do!
Gracious Professionalism®
FIRST® uses this term to describe our programs’ intent.
Gracious Professionalism® is a way of doing things that encourages high-quality work, emphasizes the value of others, and respects individuals and the community.
Watch Dr. Woodie Flowers explain Gracious Professionalism in this short video.
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Shopping and Parts Guide
Item Description
Assembly
Quantity Required
Item Packaged
Home Depot
Store Sku*
Quantity to Buy
Est. Unit Price Total Price
1 PVC Tee-Joint 32 1 per/package 187917 32 $0.59 $18.88
2 PVC 90˚ Elbow Joint 8 1 per/package 187976 8 $0.59 $4.72
3 43.5” Long PVC Pipe 24
10’ x ¾” pipe 193712 12 $2.71 $32.52 4 9.3” Long PVC Pipe 16
5 1.75” Long PVC Pipe 16
6 47.75” x 95.7” x .115 Hardboard Panels
12 4’ x 8’ x .125
sheets 832777 2 $8.54 $17.08
7 #8 x ¾” Wood Screws 120 100
per/package 251364 2 $4.65 $9.30
8 8 oz. PVC Cement As Needed single can 187100 1 Can $5.40 $5.40
Estimated Cost Before Taxes $87.90
*Home Depot is given as a convenient reference. These materials are widely available at most hardware stores, and prices will vary. (Costs updated 5/29/2019)
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Cut Sheet Template
• Use the template below to cut side panels from a 4’ x 8’ x .125” sheet of hard board.
• Each sheet should yield 8 panels.
8’
4’
41.75”
11.5”
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Drill Holes and Attach the Panels to PVC
• Mark the location for five screws evenly along the top and bottom edge of the board.
• Pre-drill through the wood and the PVC, using a drill bit that is slightly smaller than the screws.
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Field Side Wall Sub-Assembly
• Each wall assembly consists of two outer panels and one center panel.
• Assemble the outer panels, as shown. Use PVC cement to ensure a rigid fit.
• Leave the center panel’s PVC pipe unglued to allow for easy assembly and disassembly of your field.
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Prepare the Joint Corners
• Assemble eight corner pieces, as shown.
• Use PVC cement to secure the pieces together.
• Assemble the field walls at the corners, as shown.
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PVC Cleaning and Cementing Tips
Cleaning:
When you purchase PVC pipe, it is likely that it will be dirty and covered with manufacturer’s
markings. For best presentation at official competitions, it is best to clean the PVC.
Here are a few suggestions on ways clean your PVC.
The Kitchen Sink Approach:
Wipe off any loose dust with a damp rag. Then dab a little household powdered cleanser onto a
green nylon scouring pad, dampen and simply rub off the markings. Rinse with a damp rag. This method also removes
most other marks and dirt without scratching the surface of the PVC.
Caution: Wear rubber gloves and safety glasses. Be sure to follow the directions on the cleanser.
For more difficult imprints:
• Soak a small chunk of fine steel wool (grade #0000 or #00) in acetone.
• Because the acetone dries quickly, work in short sections of one or two feet.
• Wipe smears quickly with a shop rag before the acetone dries.
Caution: Wear rubber gloves and safety glasses. Be sure to follow the directions on the
acetone container. Work in a well-ventilated area.
A non-chemical alternative to cleaning the PVC:
Lightly sand blemishes and imprints with a low-cost 3M sanding pad. Use medium-grade for tougher inks, fine-grade for lighter inks. You’ll find them at most hardware stores .
The sanding pads conform to the pipe’s contour and will quickly remove markings with just light pressure. Use a
damp cloth to clean away dust left behind from the sanding.
Cementing:
Swab a light amount of glue inside the fitting, insert the pipe into the fitting. PVC cement dries fast, so you’ll have to be quick. Hold the fitting and pipe together for a few seconds, then wipe off any excess glue
immediately with a rag.
Caution: Wear rubber gloves and safety glasses. Be sure to follow the
directions on the cement container. Work in a well-ventilated area.
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Appendix A – Resources
Game Forum Q&A http://ftcforum.usfirst.org/forum.php
Anyone may view questions and answers within the FIRST® Tech Challenge Game Q&A forum without a password. To submit a new question, you must have a unique Q&A System User Name and Password for your team.
FIRST Tech Challenge Game Manuals Part 1 and 2 - https://www.firstinspires.org/resource-library/ftc/game-and-season-info
FIRST Headquarters Pre-Event Support Phone: 603-666-3906 Mon – Fri 8:30am – 5:00pm
Email: [email protected]
FIRST Webs FIRST homepage – www.firstinspires.org
FIRST Tech Challenge Page – For everything FIRST Tech Challenge.
FIRST Tech Challenge Event Schedule – Find FIRST Tech Challenge events in your area.
FIRST Tech Challenge Social Media FIRST Tech Challenge Twitter Feed - If you are on Twitter, follow the FIRST Tech Challenge Twitter feed for news updates.
FIRST Tech Challenge Facebook page - If you are on Facebook, follow the FIRST Tech Challenge page for news updates.
FIRST Tech Challenge YouTube Channel – Contains training videos, Game animations, news clips, and more.
FIRST Tech Challenge Blog – Weekly articles for the FIRST Tech Challenge community, including Outstanding
Volunteer Recognition!
FIRST Tech Challenge Team Email Blasts – contain the most recent FIRST Tech Challenge news for Teams.
Feedback We strive to create support materials that are the best they can be. If you have feedback about this manual, please email
[email protected]. Thank you!
